Weight Room Equipment

The Indian River School District in Sussex County, Delaware, is seeking bids for a comprehensive weight room equipment procurement and installation project for Sussex Central High School under Bid #IRD25049-EQUIP. The solicitation covers an extensive range of professional-grade fitness equipment, including 5 Ultra Pro 8' Power Racks, multiple storage systems, 12 adjustable benches, Olympic and specialty bars, bumper plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, exercise balls, and additional training accessories. Bids are due on July 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time, with a targeted equipment installation and completion period between August 15-31, 2025. The contract will initially run for one year (July 30, 2025 through July 30, 2026) with potential for three additional one-year extensions through negotiation. The district will award the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, evaluating based on price, product quality, and prior service history. Vendors must submit two paper copies of their bid response, one electronic copy, and complete required attachments including non-collusion statements and business references.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, though optional supplier diversity documentation can be submitted. Vendors are permitted to bid on the entire project, with no mandatory bid bond or performance bond requirements. The equipment will be installed at the project site in Georgetown, Delaware, featuring a custom design by Dynamic Fitness & Strength with a color scheme of Royal Blue, Signal Yellow, and Bright White. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the equipment procurement suggests a significant investment in the school's fitness facilities. The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids, make multiple awards, and adjust quantities as needed. The equipment specifications include professional-grade products from manufacturers such as Ultra Pro, Titan, Accell, and Rae Crowther, with the procurement encompassing not just equipment but also installation services and potential rollout runway flooring installation.